Half-Day American Revolution Tour in The Valley Forge
Overview
Once aboard our vehicle, you’ll be on your way to one of the most significant sites of the American Revolutionary War. Your guide will tell stories of the Continental Army preparing for war, stopping at the Muhlenberg Brigade Huts to give us an idea of conditions in the encampment.
Your visit to the park might include a stop at the Valley Forge Visitor Center, displaying historic objects and artifacts, as well as Washington’s Headquarters along the Schuylkill River. You’ll have time to enjoy sites of interest on foot, including the National Memorial Arch, a striking memorial to those who served, and also the gothic-style Washington Memorial Chapel.
Come and discover the incredible history captured in monuments scattered around Valley Forge’s picturesque surroundings.
Inclusions
- Transportation to/from Philly & Valley Forge
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Valley Forge National Historical Park, 1400 N Outer Line Drive, Valley Forge, PA 19406-1000
This 3, 500-acre park was once the encampment site of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778 and displays a collection of memorials and monuments commemorating the soldiers and generals during a significant turning point of the American Revolutionary War.
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: National Memorial Arch, Valley Forge, PA
This giant memorial stands to commemorate the arrival of Washington and the Continental Army at Valley Forge.
Pass By: Washington Memorial Chapel, Rt 23, Valley Forge, PA 19481
This active chapel is a Gothic Revival-style memorial dedicated to General George Washington.
Pass By: Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr. E. Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19130
This row of historic boathouses housing social and rowing clubs is an iconic Philadelphia image, with the houses at night reflecting in the waters of the Schuylkill River.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Even with a rainy day, our tour guide provided us with a great experience. Very knowledgeable and fun to be with.
Even with a rainy day, our tour guide provided us with a great experience. Very knowledgeable and fun to be with.Tom was an amazing tour guide. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and his presentation was great. We totally recommend him for anyone wanting to see Valley Forge.
Tom was an amazing tour guide. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and his presentation was great. We totally recommend him for anyone wanting to see Valley Forge.The entire trip. Art guide Jim was amazing, very knowledgeable and friendly. My friend Nancy and I would recommend Jim for this trip. he went above and beyond his duties, dropping us off where we want it to be at the end of the trip.
The entire trip. Art guide Jim was amazing, very knowledgeable and friendly. My friend Nancy and I would recommend Jim for this trip. he went above and beyond his duties, dropping us off where we want it to be at the end of the trip.Very experienced and friendly guide. Great details and answered questions very thorough. Also had suggestions for city food and other sites
Very experienced and friendly guide. Great details and answered questions very thorough. Also had suggestions for city food and other sitesWe did the half day Amwrican Revolution tour to Valley Forge with Dale. We loved the trip and found Dale so knowledgeable...not only on the site, but the Revolutionary War, Philadelphia etc. He took a personal interest in us as travelers. We would highly recommend this tour!
We did the half day Amwrican Revolution tour to Valley Forge with Dale. We loved the trip and found Dale so knowledgeable...not only on the site, but the Revolutionary War, Philadelphia etc. He took a personal interest in us as travelers. We would highly recommend this tour!ADAM! ADAM! ADAM! Our wonderful, down-to-earth genius of a tour guide. He was fun, intelligent and went way beyond in his service to our family for this Valley Forge Tour. Don't hesitate. Book it.
ADAM! ADAM! ADAM! Our wonderful, down-to-earth genius of a tour guide. He was fun, intelligent and went way beyond in his service to our family for this Valley Forge Tour. Don't hesitate. Book it.